Japanese Meiji Period Lacquer Tray With Gilt Grasses, Circa 1890–1920

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Elegant small Japanese lacquer tray dating to the Meiji period, finished in deep black lacquer and decorated with flowing gilt … Read more Elegant small Japanese lacquer tray dating to the Meiji period, finished in deep black lacquer and decorated with flowing gilt grass and reed motifs. The asymmetrical design and use of negative space reflect traditional Japanese aesthetics, while the refined scale and form made it well suited for the Western export market during the Victorian era. The tray features gently flared sides, rounded corners, and a recessed base, all consistent with late 19th–early 20th century Japanese lacquerware. See less